CLASSES FOR ADULTS

“I signed up for the beginner improv class for professional reasons – speaking in public, thinking on my feet, use of humour etc., I can’t tell you how often this workshop comes
in handy! Not only did I see a big improvement in my professional life, but I have never laughed so hard!
I immediately signed up for the next class!”

Candice Foster

Our regular classes are 6 weeks in length. *Workshop fees are non-refundable, class credit can be uptained up to 72 hours prior to the first class. All credit must be used within the year and are applied to classes of the same value. Classes run on a minimum enrollment, register your spot by e-mail: info@durhamimprov.com or call (647) 899-3342

Beginners Adult Improv!

Using improv games popularized on the TV show, ‘Whose Line Is It Anyway?’, participants will learn to trust their instincts, build on the skills of listening, connecting with people, being spontaneous, and most importantly, they will get out of their comfort zone and learn to react! It is a six week course followed by a performance. There will be a final class show which allows for a supportive audience of friends and family to witness the confidence shift in the workshop players first hand! Taught by Scott Barnes (click on “About the Instructors” for all our bios!)

Advanced Improv!

Taking all we know about accepting offers, character, and building scenes from the Beginner’s class, the Advanced Improv class let’s us explore more about creating more 3 dimensional characters, focusing on scene work that is relationship rather than on games. More attention to “Long form” improv is in this class, which takes on more of a theatrical feel, allowing the improvisers to explore longer scenes, how to carry a scene on your own on stage, and advanced games. This class is ideal for actors and anyone with a base of improv.
Participants will have a final show on one of the main stages.

TV/Commercial & Film Acting workshop (Beginners)

This 6 week workshop will take you through all the basics of acting on camera, from stepping into the audition room (where to stand, what to say, how to prepare) to getting into the room (how to find an agent, building your reel and resume, finding work on your own). Each week you will have time to practice your craft on camera, working with TV and movie scripts, commercials, and a little improv, to make you “audition ready”!

An optional addition, for those who are serious about continuing with their quest to get in front of a camera, we have secured a professional photographer for a one day photo shoot enabling you to get professional looking head shots at half his regular price (up to 5 looks for only $150!) at the end of the workshop.

“Smart Act” Theatre Study for ages 40+

Our Scene Study Class is a great opportunity to get a sense of what t’s like to be in a play, or take your skills to the next level. We’ll explore the given circumstances of the text, character and script analysis, character development, and explore ways to make interesting choices about your character’s actions and reactions. If you have taken some of our other classes, and are wondering “what next?”, or are looking to polish your skills, then our Scene Study Class is for you! Taught by Smart Acts founder, Michael Serres.